RK Welsh Elementary School

10/23/2026

This beautiful Friday afternoon, our 2nd Grade learners finished up their Ancient Greece Core Knowledge Unit by reenacting the first Olympics 🏅🏆

10/22/2026

Trunk or Treat! One week from today.

10/22/2026

At the RPS 205 school board meeting on Tuesday night, we celebrated the Cohort 1 educators who completed LETRS training to strengthen literacy instruction across the district! Read more on the 205 VIBE: https://www.rps205.com/article/3207526

10/17/2026

Ohh! Hey! We’re back again with Bulldog Leader signs in the neighborhood! So many friendly faces :) August and September’s theme was Unexpected v Expected Behaviors. These students exemplified that focus.

10/15/2026

TODAY is the last day to nominate a PreK-5th grade teacher for a 26-27 Golden Apple Award! Don’t miss your chance to celebrate a teacher who inspires students, builds connections, & makes a difference. https://goldenappleofrockford.com/golden-apple-teacher-awards/nominate/

10/15/2026

10/13/2026

NATIONAL SCHOOL LUNCH WEEK: The 3rd Annual RPS 205 Chicken Sandwich Contest is here! This is your chance to dream up the most creative, delicious chicken sandwich you can imagine! Submit your entries to your kitchen staff October 13-16 for a chance to win a Nintendo Switch OLED and have your sandwich featured on the spring menu! Winners will be announced on November 16. We can't wait to see your creations!

10/12/2026

The Rockford School District and its buildings are closed today for the observance of the Indigenous Peoples' Day and Columbus Day holiday.

10/09/2026

There's no school today due to Teacher Institute. Enjoy the long weekend!

10/07/2026

The countdown is on! There’s just over a week left to nominate an outstanding PreK-5th grade teacher for a 26-27 Golden Apple Award. Recognize a teacher who makes a difference. Nominations close Oct. 15! https://goldenappleofrockford.com/golden-apple-teacher-awards/nominate/